1958 Alvis TD vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 54 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 864 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TD | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 142 L |
