1958 Alvis TD vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TD | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
