1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 121 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1956 Alvis TC 108 G has manual transmission. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TC 108 G | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
