1959 Alvis TD vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 53 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alvis | Porsche |
Model | TD | Boxster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |