2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Copen 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 269 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Copen. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Copen | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
