2005 TVR Chimaera vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Chimaera | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Chimaera | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
