1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 50 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 420 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (458 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Alvis | TVR |
Model | TC 21 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3996 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 | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |