2008 TVR T 440 R vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 157 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 440 R. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR T 440 R | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | T 440 R | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 434 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
