1993 TVR Cerbera vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 20 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 133 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1993 TVR Cerbera | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | TVR | Scion |
Model | Cerbera | FR-S |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |