1995 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 405 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.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alvis |
| Model | SL | TD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
