1958 Alvis TD vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 15 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 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1345 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TD | 600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3910 mm |
