1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 23 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alvis |
| Model | Corvette | TD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
