1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Thunderbird | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |