1979 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Trans Am | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
