1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Avanti | TVR |
| Model | Avanti | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
