1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Alvis | Pontiac |
Model | TA 21 | GTO |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |