The Chimaera is a car with an impressive acceleration, going from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds, which is equivalent to 5.2 seconds to reach 62 mph. It has a maximum speed of 240 km/h (149.13 mph).
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
5.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
5.2 sec
Max Speed
240 km/h 149.13 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Chimaera is a lightweight and agile convertible featuring a compact and aerodynamic design. Its dimensions make it ideal for navigating tight spaces and offer excellent maneuverability. The car boasts a spacious cockpit and a powerful engine that delivers exhilarating performance.
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Body Type
Cabriolet
Seats
2
Doors
2
Length
3965 mm 156.1 in.
Width
1730 mm 68.11 in.
Height
1223 mm 48.15 in.
Wheelbase
2282 mm 89.84 in.
Front Track
1460 mm 57.48 in.
Rear Track
1470 mm 57.87 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Chimaera is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 17 l/100 km in urban areas and 10 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a moderately fuel-efficient vehicle.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
17 l/100 km 13.84 US mpg 16.62 UK mpg 5.88 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
10 l/100 km 23.52 US mpg 28.25 UK mpg 10 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Chimaera is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 3950 cm3, 8-cylinder, V-engine that produces 240 Hp at 5250 rpm and 374 Nm of torque at 3850 rpm. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and features wishbone suspension at both the front and rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
240 Hp @ 5250 rpm.
Power Per Litre
60.8 Hp/l
Torque
374 Nm @ 3850 rpm. 275.85 lb.-ft. @ 3850 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
3950 cm3 241.04 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
94 mm 3.7 in.
Piston Stroke
71.1 mm 2.8 in.
Compression Ratio
9.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Engine Oil Capacity
5 l 5.28 US qt | 4.4 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-50 / ACEA A3
Coolant
12 l 12.68 US qt | 10.56 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Wishbone
Brakes
The Chimaera is a car with ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, providing good stopping power. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, which provides precise steering. The tires are of size 205/55 R16 for the front and 225/50 R16 for the rear, with wheel rims of size 7J x 16 and 7.5J x 16 respectively. These specifications suggest a well-rounded and capable vehicle.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
205/55 R16; 225/50 R16
Wheel Rims Size
7J x 16; 7.5J x 16
Weight & Capacity
The Chimaera has a weight-to-power ratio of 4.4 kg/Hp (226.4 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 2.8 kg/Nm (352.8 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1060 kg (2336.9 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1280 kg (2821.92 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 220 kg (485.02 lbs.). The car has a minimum trunk/boot space of 310 l (10.95 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 57 l (15.06 US gal | 12.54 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
4.4 kg/Hp, 226.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
2.8 kg/Nm, 352.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1060 kg 2336.9 lbs.
Max Weight
1280 kg 2821.92 lbs.
Max Load
220 kg 485.02 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
310 l 10.95 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
57 l 15.06 US gal | 12.54 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for TVR - Chimaera
The wheelbase of the Chimaera is 2282 mm (89.84 in).
The Chimaera has 2 doors.
The text does not include information regarding the engine specifications of the Chimaera.
The Chimaera can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds.
The Chimaera has a maximum speed of 240 km/h (149.13 mph).
The Chimaera can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 5.2 seconds.
Petrol (Gasoline)
17 l/100 km (13.84 US mpg, 16.62 UK mpg, 5.88 km/l)
10 l/100 km (23.52 US mpg, 28.25 UK mpg, 10 km/l)
The Chimaera has a V-engine configuration.
The Chimaera has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Chimaera is a rear-wheel drive car.
The Chimaera has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
The Chimaera has a rack and pinion steering system.
The Chimaera has tires of size 205/55 R16 for the front and 225/50 R16 for the rear, with wheel rims of size 7J x 16 and 7.5J x 16 respectively.
The Chimaera has a 5.0-liter V8 engine.
Yes, the Chimaera is a rear-wheel drive car.
The top speed of the Chimaera is electronically limited to 155 mph.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Chimaera is 4.4 kg/Hp (226.4 Hp/tonne).
The kerb weight of the Chimaera is 1060 kg (2336.9 lbs.) and the maximum weight is 1280 kg (2821.92 lbs.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Chimaera is 57 l (15.06 US gal | 12.54 UK gal).
