2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith. 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
