2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 TVR Cerbera. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
