2005 TVR Tamora vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Tamora | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tamora | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
