1959 Alvis TD vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 44 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 837 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TD | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
