2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z4 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
