1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 35 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 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 335 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TC 21 | F40 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 120 L |