1982 Tatra T613 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1982 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Tatra T613 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Tatra T613 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Tatra | TVR |
| Model | T613 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |
