1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1955 Alvis TC 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TC 21 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
