1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 41 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 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 646 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 809 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1958 Alvis TC 108 G has manual transmission. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TC 108 G | F399 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 110 L |
