1986 BMW 325 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 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 (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
