1959 Alvis TD vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 32 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 40 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TD | 348 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
