1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1969 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1969 TVR Vixen. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1969 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Vixen. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1969 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | V8 Volante | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |
