1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 15 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 3 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1973 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1973 Maserati Bora 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:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Maserati | Alvis |
| Model | Bora | TD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
