1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 88 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TA 21 | SC |
Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 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 | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |