1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Z3 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
