1997 TVR Cerbera vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 251 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 63 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1997 TVR Cerbera | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | TVR | Vauxhall |
Model | Cerbera | Velox |
Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |