2009 BMW M3 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (290 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M3 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
