2005 BMW 545 vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 BMW 545. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | BMW | TVR |
Model | 545 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |