1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 16 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 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 20 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21. 1971 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1955 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1955 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1971 AC 428 | |
Make | Alvis | AC |
Model | TC 21 | 428 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |