2006 Acura RL vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 48 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 153 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 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Acura | Alvis |
| Model | RL | TD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
