1958 Alvis TD vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alvis | Porsche |
Model | TD | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |