2004 Acura NSX vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 2 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX. 2004 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Acura | TVR |
| Model | NSX | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
