1959 Alvis TD vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 865 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TD | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 159 L |
