2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 4 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 155 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Chimaera | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 269 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
