2007 BMW 525 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 525 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
