1967 Alvis TF vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 11 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS.
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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1978 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1967 Alvis TF has manual transmission. 1967 Alvis TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Alvis | Holden |
| Model | TF | GTS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
