1959 Alvis TD vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 22 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TD | 208 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
