1993 TVR Cerbera vs. 2001 Vector M12
To start off, 2001 Vector M12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 TVR Cerbera. (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vector M12 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Cerbera. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Cerbera | 2001 Vector M12 | |
| Make | TVR | Vector |
| Model | Cerbera | M12 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
