1987 BMW M6 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M6 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1505 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
