1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 58 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora 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 10 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Alvis | Lotus |
| Model | TC 21 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2575 mm |
