2005 TVR Chimaera vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 590 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Chimaera | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Chimaera | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
