1953 Alvis TC vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Alvis | Maserati |
Model | TC | 420 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |