1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1989 Audi V8
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1989 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TA 21 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
