2008 TVR Chimaera vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1989 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 Westfield ZEI. 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 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR Chimaera | 1989 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | TVR | Westfield |
| Model | Chimaera | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
