1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 61 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 1007 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 158 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Alvis | Koenigsegg |
| Model | TA 21 | Agera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 1100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
| 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 | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
