1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 TVR Griffith is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 760 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | Griffith |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1820 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 57 L |