2009 Bentley Azure vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Chimaera. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Bentley | TVR |
| Model | Azure | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 57 L |
