1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera

To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 2005 TVR Chimaera
Make Aston Martin TVR
Model Vantage Chimaera
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 4546 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 281 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 389 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 315 km/hour 257 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1215 kg