2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 325 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
