2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alvis |
| Model | Golf | TD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
