1958 Alvis TD vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 39 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 155 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alvis | Pontiac |
| Model | TD | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
