1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2001 TVR Chimaera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Chimaera. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
| Model | Toronado | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 57 L |
