2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Cerbera. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1997 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Bentley | TVR |
| Model | Arnage | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
