1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F355 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
