1994 TVR Cerbera vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Cerbera. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 TVR Cerbera | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | TVR | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cerbera | E |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
