2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Infiniti | TVR |
| Model | G37 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
