1958 Alvis TD vs. 2000 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 42 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 355 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TD | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 89 L |
