1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 42 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 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 280 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 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 | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Alvis | McLaren |
Model | TC 21 | F1 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |