1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
