1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 TVR Chimaera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 968 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
