2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
