1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1996 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
