1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 45 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 Alvis TC 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Alvis | Lamborghini |
Model | TC 21 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |