2008 TVR Cerbera vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 TVR Cerbera 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 176 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS. 2009 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR Cerbera | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | TVR | Cadillac |
| Model | Cerbera | BLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
