2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. 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 Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | Vanquish | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |