1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2002 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 402 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |
