1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 20 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alvis | Porsche |
Model | TC 108 G | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2355 mm |