2004 TVR Cerbera vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Cerbera | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
