1961 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Vitesse | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | Vitesse | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |
