1958 Alvis TD vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 291 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 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alvis | Opel |
| Model | TD | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
