2001 McLaren F1 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 McLaren F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 McLaren F1 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 McLaren F1.
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, 2001 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 McLaren F1 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | McLaren | TVR |
| Model | F1 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
