1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TC 108 G should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 500 kg more 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TC 108 G | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
