1958 Alvis TD vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 45 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TD | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |
