TVR Tuscan Speed Six

vs

TVR Cerbera

United Kingdom vs United Kingdom — 2000 vs 1993

TVR Tuscan Speed Six (2000)
TVR Cerbera (1993)
Specifications
Tuscan Speed Six Mk ICerbera Speed Six
Horsepower360 hp350 hp
Torque310 lb-ft300 lb-ft
Engine Size3,996 cc3,996 cc
0-60 mph4.2 sec4.2 sec
Top Speed175 mph160 mph
¼ Mile12.5 sec12.4 sec
Weight2,381 lbs
Wheelbase2,400 mm2,565 mm
Length4,100 mm4,250 mm
Units Produced2,267
Original MSRP$49,995
Value (Excellent)$65,000
Collectibility10/105/10
Rarity10/108/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six Mk I brings higher top speed, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1993 TVR Cerbera Speed Six answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

TVR has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six Mk I with the 1993 TVR Cerbera Speed Six highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six Mk I producing 360 hp and the 1993 TVR Cerbera Speed Six delivering 350 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the TVR Tuscan Speed Six uses a 4.0L Inline-6 displacing 3,996 cc, while the TVR Cerbera relies on a Inline-6 DOHC 24V (TVR Speed Six) with 3,996 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1993 TVR Cerbera Speed Six edges ahead at 4.2 seconds versus 4.2 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six Mk I rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.