2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 1 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 699 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (441 Nm). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | E500 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
