1967 Alvis TF vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 813 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.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TF | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
