2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
