1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 49 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 250 kg more than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alvis | TVR |
| Model | TC 21 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
