2005 TVR Chimaera vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 520 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Chimaera | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | TVR | BMW |
| Model | Chimaera | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
