1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 27 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 288 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 21 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
