1996 TVR Chimaera vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 TVR Chimaera | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chimaera | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
