2009 BMW 330 vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 330 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4986 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
