1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 54 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21.
Because 1953 Alvis TC 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alvis TC 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alvis | Mercury |
Model | TC 21 | Milan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |