1977 Peugeot 504 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Peugeot 504 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 504 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
