2003 TVR Cerbera vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Cerbera | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | TVR | Buick |
| Model | Cerbera | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
