1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF 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 235 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TC 108 G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Alvis | MG |
| Model | TC 108 G | TF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
