2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Caterham | TVR |
Model | 7 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |