1973 Tatra T613 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T613 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Tatra T613 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T613 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2570 mm |
