1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1996 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 911 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 911 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |