1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 312 is newer by 23 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. Both 1950 Alvis TA 21 and 1973 Ferrari 312 are equipped with a 2,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 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 848 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 21 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
