1972 TVR 1600 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 134 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 TVR 1600 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | 1600 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
