1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 48 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 35 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 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 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Alvis | Porsche |
Model | TC 21 | 996 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |