2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tuscan. (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Chimaera | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 269 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
