1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1994 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 39 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 550 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21. 1994 Aston Martin Virage 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. 1994 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1994 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TC 21 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
