1981 BMW 745 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 745 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
