1980 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 3 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Porsche 911 | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 911 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |