1997 TVR Cerbera vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Cerbera | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | TVR | Audi |
| Model | Cerbera | R8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
