1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 137 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Reliant | TVR |
| Model | Scimitar | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
