1996 Pontiac GPX vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera

To start off, both 1996 Pontiac GPX and 1996 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac GPX. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac GPX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac GPX weights approximately 553 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.

Because 1996 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac GPX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Pontiac GPX (454 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac GPX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Cerbera. 1996 Pontiac GPX has automatic transmission and 1996 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1996 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac GPX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Pontiac GPX 1996 TVR Cerbera
Make Pontiac TVR
Model GPX Cerbera
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 4185 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 145 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 434 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1681 kg 1128 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm


 

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