2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 808 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Cerbera. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 612 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 65 L |
