1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F40 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1100 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
