1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
