2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 53 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1959 Alvis TD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Buick | Alvis |
| Model | LaCrosse | TD |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
