2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. 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 V12 (542 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | V12 | 390 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
