1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 52 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 92 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alvis | Maserati |
| Model | TA 21 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
