2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | 350Z | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
