1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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.
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1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TC 108 G | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |