1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 968 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
