1959 Alvis TD vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 50 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 33 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TD | F430 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 320 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 | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |