1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 53 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 185 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Alvis | Pagani |
| Model | TC 108 G | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
