2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan

To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 5 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 170 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tuscan.

Compare all specifications:

2001 TVR Chimaera 2006 TVR Tuscan
Make TVR TVR
Model Chimaera Tuscan
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4986 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 484 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 269 km/hour 290 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 1230 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 65 L


 

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