1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 471 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Chevelle | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |