2001 BMW Compact vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 555 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | Compact | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
