1997 TVR Cerbera vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 TVR 400. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR 400. (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Cerbera | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
