1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 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 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 365 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (305 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 26 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (498 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 345 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 | 1086 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
