1958 Alvis TD vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 429 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TD | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 177 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 | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
