1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette 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 70 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1964 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
Model | TC 21 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |