2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Cerbera. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |