2000 TVR Chimaera vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2697 kg more than 2000 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Chimaera | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | TVR | Lincoln |
Model | Chimaera | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4546 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |