1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 944 | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 944 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |