2002 TVR Cerbera vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Cerbera | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | TVR | Wartburg |
| Model | Cerbera | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
