1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2000 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 965 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 965 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1060 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 |
