1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | F355 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 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 | 1410 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
