1967 Alvis TF vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 21 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alvis TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alvis TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alvis | Buick |
| Model | TF | Electra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
