2000 TVR Chimaera vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Chimaera | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Chimaera | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
