1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 206 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | 2-Litre | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |
