1981 BMW 528 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 240 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 528 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
