1993 TVR Chimaera vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 19 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, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1145 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1993 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1993 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Chimaera | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Chimaera | 750 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
