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TVR Chimaera 5.0

General information

ModelTVR Chimaera 5.0
Year2001
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating54.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4986 ccm (304.25 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4986 ccm (304.25 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power340.00 PS (250 kW or 335 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque484.00 Nm (49.4 kgf-m or 357.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke94.0 x 90.0 mm (3.7 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed269.0 km/h (167.1 mph)
0-60 miles4.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.3208 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsOptional antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1060 kg (2,336.9 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2370 mm (93.3 inches)
Fuel capacity57.0 litres (15.06 gallons)
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