1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Camaro | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1590 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
