1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 500 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
