1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 190 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
