1959 Alvis TD vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 50 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Alvis | Lexus |
| Model | TD | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
