1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 25 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 (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 208 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
