2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12
To start off, both 2000 Lancia Kappa and 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (800 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12.
Because 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Kappa | 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Kappa | Cerbera Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 800 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1070 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |