2008 BMW 118 vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 118 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
