2009 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 51 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
Because 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Audi | Alvis |
| Model | A8 | TD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
