1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 63 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
