1959 Riley One-Point-Five vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five 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 220 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley One-Point-Five | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Riley | TVR |
Model | One-Point-Five | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2290 mm |