1959 Alvis TD vs. 1970 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1970 Dodge Challenger is newer by 11 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 45 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1970 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alvis | Dodge |
| Model | TD | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
