2009 BMW M5 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2008 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | BMW | TVR |
| Model | M5 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
