1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | TVR |
| Model | GT | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
