1968 Moretti Spider Turismo 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 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Moretti | TVR |
| Model | Spider Turismo | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
