1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 890 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Volante | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
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 | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |