1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 17 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 12 kg more than 1951 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TA 21 | SE |
Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |