1958 Alvis TD vs. 1970 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 12 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 225 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1970 AMC Ambassador 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. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1970 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alvis | AMC |
| Model | TD | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
