1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1955 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1955 Alvis TC 21 and 1955 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Thunderbird (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1955 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TC 21 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
