1993 TVR Chimaera vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 11 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
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 (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Chimaera | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Chimaera | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
