1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 794 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | Taimar |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 72.4 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 | 1820 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 54 L |