1959 Alvis TD vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 175 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TD | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
