1999 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 41 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Audi | Alvis |
| Model | R8 | TD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |
