1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 397 kg more than 1994 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Pantera | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |