1953 Alvis TC vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alvis TC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TC | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
