2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 360 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
