1959 Alvis TD vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 51 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Alvis | Porsche |
Model | TD | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |