1967 Alvis TF vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 468 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TF | 912 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
