1986 BMW 628 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 628 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 628 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 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 | 1470 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
