2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2002 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 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | G8 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
