2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
