1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1996 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Avanti | TVR |
Model | Avanti | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |