1976 Porsche 912 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 14 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Porsche 912 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 912 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 289 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 | 1086 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |