1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 203 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
Model | TC 21 | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 261 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 | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |