1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 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 248 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 300 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 40 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 57 L |
