1961 Steyr 700C vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 700C | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Steyr | TVR |
| Model | 700C | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2570 mm |
