1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 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 97 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 220 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 308 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
