1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Camaro | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
