2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Chimaera | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
