1959 Alvis TD vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 30 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 162 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TD | F40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
