1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 232 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 800 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |
