1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 275 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Buick | Alvis |
| Model | Riviera | TD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
