2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 TVR Cerbera. (347 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1998 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 25 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, both vehicles can yield 434 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
