1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 TVR Cerbera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1999 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 500 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |