1996 TVR Chimaera vs. 2004 TVR Tamora

To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 8 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tamora weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Chimaera.

Compare all specifications:

1996 TVR Chimaera 2004 TVR Tamora
Make TVR TVR
Model Chimaera Tamora
Year Released 1996 2004
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3946 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.1 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 65 L


 

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