1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 53 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 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 113 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 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 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Alvis | Maserati |
Model | TA 21 | MC12 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |