1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1964 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1964 Ford Taunus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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, 1956 Alvis TC 108 G (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 1964 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC 108 G | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
