1955 Bristol 405 vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | 405 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
