1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 49 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 155 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 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 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 108 G | M3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
