1958 Alvis TD vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 310 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TD | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
