1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 308 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
