1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 186 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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 (498 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | GT 40 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
