2009 BMW 730 vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Cerbera. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 730 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |