1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 252 kg more than 1950 Alvis TA 21. 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, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alvis | Maserati |
| Model | TA 21 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
