1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 55 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 115 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alvis | Porsche |
Model | TC 21 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2416 mm |