2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera. 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Chimaera | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
