1988 TVR S2 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 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 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 632 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.

Compare all specifications:

1988 TVR S2 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12
Make TVR TVR
Model S2 Cerbera Speed 12
Year Released 1988 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2933 cc 7730 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 800 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 881 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 89 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1070 kg
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2570 mm


 

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