2002 AC Aceca vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera

To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca.

Compare all specifications:

2002 AC Aceca 2001 TVR Cerbera
Make AC TVR
Model Aceca Cerbera
Year Released 2002 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 4185 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2580 mm


 

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