1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 1954 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TC 21 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |