1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1950 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1950 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TA 21 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
