2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera

To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.

Because 2008 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo GT 2008 TVR Cerbera
Make Alfa Romeo TVR
Model GT Cerbera
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 4185 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 216 km/hour 289 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 4.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 65 L


 

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