1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tamora. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB7 | Tamora |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |