1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 55 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC 21 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
