1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lotec | TVR |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4986 cc |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1060 kg |
