1975 AC 428 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1975 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 398 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | 428 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
