2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1995 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 TVR Griffith. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB7 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 57 L |
