1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 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 95 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 55 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 90 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
