2001 Suzuki GSX R4 vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 and 2001 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Suzuki | TVR |
| Model | GSX R4 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
