2006 BMW 120 vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 120 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
