1958 Alvis TD vs. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 49 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 220 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
Model | TD | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4282 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 280 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 | 1645 kg |
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 | 77 L |