1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 38 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 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 446 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TC 108 G | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
