2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 500 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alvis |
| Model | S | TD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
