1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (355 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | Testarossa | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1585 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |