2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tuscan. (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DBS | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 57 L |