1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 478 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Pontiac | TVR |
Model | Firebird | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
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 | 1528 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |