1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 55 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS 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 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Alvis | Lexus |
| Model | TA 21 | IS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
