1959 Alvis TD vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 42 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1959 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercury |
| Model | TD | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
