1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 33 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S 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 363 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S 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 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Alvis | TVR |
| Model | TC 108 G | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
