1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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, 1950 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TA 21 | SC |
Year Released | 1950 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |