1967 Alvis TF vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 46 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 359 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Alvis | Cadillac |
| Model | TF | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
