2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6258 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
