1997 TVR Speed 12 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 23 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 TVR Speed 12 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | TVR | TVR |
Model | Speed 12 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7730 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 800 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |