1950 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TB 21 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 21 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 118 L |
