1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 31 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 142 kg more than 1954 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TA 21 | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 104 L |
