2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 474 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | 350Z | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
