2003 TVR Cerbera vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Cerbera | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 457 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1032 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
