1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 65 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1958 Alvis TD | |
Make | Austin | Alvis |
Model | 3-Litre | TD |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |