2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 718 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
