2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 TVR Trident weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 TVR Trident. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 TVR Trident.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Trident |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
