2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | ST 460 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
