1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 762 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 280 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
