1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 962 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero 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 142 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.
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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1136 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero 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 | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Alvis | SSC |
| Model | TC 21 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1090 mm |
