1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1966 Alvis TF
To start off, 1966 Alvis TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1966 Alvis TF | |
Make | AC | Alvis |
Model | 2-Litre | TF |
Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |