1959 Alvis TD vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 6 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 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 575 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TD | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 140 L |