TVR Chimaera 4.5

General information
Model	TVR Chimaera 4.5
Year	2005
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	54.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	4546 ccm (277.40 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline, unleaded 98
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Transmission	Manual, 5-speed
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	4546 ccm (277.40 cubic inches)
Engine type	V8
Max power	285.00 PS (210 kW or 281 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque	389.00 Nm (39.7 kgf-m or 286.9 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.5:1
Bore x stroke	94.0 x 82.0 mm (3.7 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel system	Injection
Valves per cylinder	2
Fuel control	Pushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Cooling system	Liquid
Gearbox	Manual, 5-speed
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	257.0 km/h (159.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	5.5 seconds
0-60 miles	4.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.2346 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	3710 litres (980 gallons)
Steering, brakes and tires
Steering	Traction control.
Brake details	Optional antiblocking system (ABS).
Dimensions and weight
Weight	1215 kg (2,678.6 pounds)
Overall length	4020 mm (158.3 inches)
Overall width	1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height	1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Ground clearance	140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase	2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	UK
Aprox price as new EUR	60110