2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 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 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | F-450 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 57 L |
