1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 TVR Chimaera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | 300 ZX | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
