1999 TVR Cerbera vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1999 TVR Cerbera | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | TVR | Lotus |
Model | Cerbera | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2299 mm |