1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |