1993 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 731 kg more than 1993 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 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Chimaera | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | TVR | Cadillac |
| Model | Chimaera | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
