1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F355 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
