1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 61 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 362 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.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TA 21 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
