1958 Alvis TD vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TD | Dino |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |