1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2000 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Cerbera. 1973 Bristol 411 has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bristol 411 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bristol 411 | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 411 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
