2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 15 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (240 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Cerbera. (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F430 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
