1983 BMW M6 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 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 23 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 445 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M6 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
