1959 Alvis TD vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 147 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TD | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
