2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Chimaera | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 115 L |
