4.2 or 4.5 CERBERA

[nibor]

I am thinking of buying a cerbera I used to own a 1997 4.2.
Is there a big difference between the engine models and which is the best car to go for?

[chim500nj]

Not really... currently owning a 1997 4.2 and having driven a couple of 4.5 Lightweights (which are probably heavier than mine anyway!) the main difference I noticed was the 4.5 was a bit more of a refined drive and gave a bit more top end at higher speeds 80+. The 4.2 is a bit lumpier and a bit more involving to drive and the throttle response is electric.

[esso]

Having owned both the 4.2&4.5 i would say it dont matter,just buy the best car you can afford!

[nibor]

I was always pleased with the 4.2 I owned. Like you say throttle response was explosive it felt as though the car would never run out of power.The steering ,brakes etc were excellent.
The main reason for posting the question was did TVR take things any further with the 4.5 or was it just a car with a bigger engine.
I also agree with the last post on buying the best car I can afford.