1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V

To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 60 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 467 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
Make Alvis Cadillac
Model TA 21 CTS-V
Year Released 1951 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 556 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 746 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1448 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1455 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 68 L


 

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