1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2003 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 500 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
