2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (240 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Cerbera. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJR | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |
