1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 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 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 240 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 2200 weights approximately 149 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | 2200 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |
