2000 Panoz AIV vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2000 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz AIV | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Panoz | TVR |
Model | AIV | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1180 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |