2009 BMW 135 vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 7 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 266 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 135 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
