1999 TVR Chimaera vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Chimaera. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 TVR Chimaera | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | TVR | BMW |
Model | Chimaera | 530 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4546 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |