1967 Opel Record vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Record | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |