1958 Alvis TD vs. 1971 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 13 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
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, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TD | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
