1959 Alvis TD vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 54 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 488 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Alvis | Cadillac |
| Model | TD | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
