1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 TVR Tamora

To start off, 2000 TVR Tamora is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tamora (334 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 588 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Tamora (514 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2000 TVR Tamora has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 TVR Tamora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 2000 TVR Tamora
Make Aston Martin TVR
Model V8 Volante Tamora
Year Released 1979 2000
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 3598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 334 HP
Torque 434 Nm 514 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1230 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 57 L


 

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