1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | Lagonda | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 65 L |
