1959 Alvis TD vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Daimler DK (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Daimler DK should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 607 kg more than 1959 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, 1956 Daimler DK (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Daimler DK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1956 Daimler DK | |
Make | Alvis | Daimler |
Model | TD | DK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4617 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |