1967 Alvis TF vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 45 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), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 963 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alvis | Ford |
Model | TF | Expedition |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |