2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Griffith 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 (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | Griffith |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1645 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |