1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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 Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 TVR Speed 12 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Speed 12 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7730 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 800 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 337 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
