1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Audi | TVR |
Model | A4 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |