1967 Alvis TF vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 38 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 563 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alvis TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alvis | Land Rover |
Model | TF | Defender |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |