2003 TVR Chimaera vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Chimaera. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Chimaera | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Chimaera | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 63 L |
