2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 643 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR 390. (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR 390.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | 390 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |