1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 512 BB | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
