1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 810 kg more than 1957 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TC 108 G | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
