1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 335 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 300 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
