1966 Alvis TF vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alvis TF.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TF | 930 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
