1959 Alvis TD vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 38 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 925 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Alvis | Bentley |
| Model | TD | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
