1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C 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 38 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TA 21 | C |
Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |