1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (290 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 400 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 57 L |
