2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 11 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 490 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Bristol | TVR |
| Model | Fighter | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
