1978 Opel Senator vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 212 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Senator | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |