2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 560 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | TVR | De Tomaso |
| Model | Cerbera | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
