1959 Alvis TD vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 500 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 1959 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercury |
| Model | TD | Milan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
