1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alvis |
| Model | Seville | TD |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
