2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 620 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 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 550 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
