1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 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 192 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 1800 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
