2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
