1991 BMW 325 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 384 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 (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 325 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
