2002 TVR Cerbera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 990 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 TVR Cerbera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | TVR | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cerbera | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 457 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3165 mm |