2009 BMW 125 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 125 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
