2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB7 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
