2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 45 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 455 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alvis |
| Model | SL | TD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 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 | 1880 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
