1958 Alvis TD vs. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 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 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
Model | TD | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |