1957 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DBR2. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DBR2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DBR2 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DBR2 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |
