1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 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 180 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200.
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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | 2200 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |
