1997 Acura NSX vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Acura | TVR |
| Model | NSX | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 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 | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
