1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (800 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 613 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 | |
| Make | Avanti | TVR |
| Model | Avanti | Cerbera Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
