1958 Alvis TD vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 50 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1958 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1958 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Alvis | Nissan |
Model | TD | Titan |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |