1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera

To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 353 kg more than 2003 TVR Chimaera.

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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Camaro 2003 TVR Chimaera
Make Chevrolet TVR
Model Camaro Chimaera
Year Released 1997 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3391 cc 4546 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 160 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 57 L


 

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