2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2008 TVR Chimaera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | 147 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
