1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 34 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 106 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 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 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TA 21 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |
