2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 541 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
