1963 BMW 700 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 359 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 700 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
