1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 435 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Cerbera. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
