1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 490 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 (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Firebird | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
