1967 Alvis TF vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 518 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Alvis | TVR |
| Model | TF | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
