1993 TVR Cerbera vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera. 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Cerbera | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
