1959 Alvis TD vs. 1967 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1967 Maserati Mistral is newer by 8 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1967 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1967 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Alvis | Maserati |
Model | TD | Mistral |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |