1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 144 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alvis | Cadillac |
| Model | TA 21 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
