2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB7 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 65 L |
