1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 21 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 89 more horse power than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |