1968 Nissan Gloria 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 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 171 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Gloria | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Gloria | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4184 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |