1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2003 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 52 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 262 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 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 | 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TA 21 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| 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 | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
