1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 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 164 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 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 | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 21 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
