1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2003 Panoz AIV

To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 50 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV 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 255 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.

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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV 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 2003 Panoz AIV
Make Alvis Panoz
Model TC 21 AIV
Year Released 1953 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 4599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 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 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 59 L


 

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