1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Pickster | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
