1958 Alvis TD vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 27 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 405 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TD | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 258 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
