1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 51 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TC 108 G | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3190 mm |
