1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 16 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 20 more horse power than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 788 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Cerbera. (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |