1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 47 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 317 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TC 108 G | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
