2008 TVR Cerbera vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 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 225 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR Cerbera | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | TVR | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cerbera | 90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
