1959 Alvis TD vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 165 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 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
Model | TD | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |