1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 47 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TC 108 G | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
