1959 Alvis TD vs. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 45 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 450 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TD | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
