1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 51 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon.
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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Falcon | 1959 Alvis TD | |
Make | Ford | Alvis |
Model | Falcon | TD |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |