1995 TVR Cerbera vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1995 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 TVR Cerbera. 2012 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1995 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1995 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 TVR Cerbera | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | TVR | Maybach |
| Model | Cerbera | 57 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3391 mm |
