1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 46 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TC 21 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 240 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
