1959 Alvis TD vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 17 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 360 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alvis | Buick |
| Model | TD | Electra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
