1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Charger | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
