1960 Morgan 4 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 370 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan 4 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Morgan | TVR |
| Model | 4 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
