1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 356 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
