1978 Holden GTS vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 445 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | GTS | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |