1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 28 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 200 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alvis |
Model | 420 | TD |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |