1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 132 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 1959 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alvis |
| Model | Camaro | TD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
