2001 TVR Cerbera vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 229 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Cerbera | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 125 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 | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
