1958 Alvis TD vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 129 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
Model | TD | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |