1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 50 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 345 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 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 | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 108 G | 630 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
