1959 Alvis TD vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 47 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1036 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
Model | TD | LR3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |