1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 764 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
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, both vehicles can yield 434 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Volante | Griffith |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |