1959 Alvis TD vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 405 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TD | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
