2009 BMW 730 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1993 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 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1993 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1993 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | 730 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
