1993 TVR Chimaera vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1993 TVR Chimaera | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | TVR | TVR |
Model | Chimaera | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |