1953 Studebaker Commander vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander. 1953 Studebaker Commander has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Studebaker Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Studebaker Commander | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Studebaker | TVR |
| Model | Commander | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3809 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
