2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (355 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cerbera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |