2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Jensen | TVR |
| Model | SV-8 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
