1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera. 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) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | GT 40 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 57 L |
