1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1987 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 36 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 22 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1987 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TA 21 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |