1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | Project Vantage | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
