2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 665 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
