1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 311 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 455 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Alvis | Wartburg |
| Model | TC 108 G | 311 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
