1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 517 kg more than 1997 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
