2004 TVR Cerbera vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 657 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Cerbera | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Cerbera | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
