1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 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 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |