1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Vitesse | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | Vitesse | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
