1958 Alvis TD vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 41 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 80 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TD | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
