1967 Alvis TF vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 42 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TF | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 144 L |
