2008 BMW 318 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 318 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1505 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
