1959 Alvis TD vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Alvis TD is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 110 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TD | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 203 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 | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |