1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 54 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 320 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California 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 | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TC 108 G | California |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
