1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 435 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 108 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 595 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
