1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 2800 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
