1967 Alvis TF vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 33 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 542 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Alvis | Opel |
Model | TF | Speedster |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |