2008 BMW 540 vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 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 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 540 | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 540 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4546 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 281 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
