1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 504 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
