1959 Alvis TD vs. 1994 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 35 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 425 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1994 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Alvis | Buick |
| Model | TD | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
