1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 TVR Cerbera. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | F-250 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
