1999 BMW 730 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 730 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
