1959 Alvis TD vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alvis | De Tomaso |
Model | TD | Guara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |