1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 365 California | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 57 L |
