1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1953 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TC 21 | 220 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |