2003 Opel Speedster vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. 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, 2002 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Speedster | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 1005 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |
