1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | GT 40 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82 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 | 960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 57 L |
