1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB5 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |