1966 AC Cobra vs. 1954 Alvis TC 21
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1954 Alvis TC 21 | |
Make | AC | Alvis |
Model | Cobra | TC 21 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |