1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 253 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Esprit | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
