1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Coronet | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |