2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 11 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 165 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 315 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Chimaera | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
