1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 110 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TC 21 | C |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
