1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 330 is newer by 10 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 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TC 108 G | 330 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |