1964 Steyr 500 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Steyr 500 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Steyr | TVR |
| Model | 500 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 4997 cc |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
