1958 Alvis TD vs. 1968 AMC AMX
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 48 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1958 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1958 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1968 AMC AMX | |
| Make | Alvis | AMC |
| Model | TD | AMX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
