1999 Opel Omega vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Omega | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
