1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 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 152 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 1502 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
