1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 85 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alvis | Toyota |
Model | TC 108 G | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |