1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 250 GT | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
