2005 TVR Cerbera vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Cerbera | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Cerbera | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
