1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 2 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 531 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Scorpio | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
