1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 57 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 450 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21. 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TC 21 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TC 21 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
