1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Because 1951 Alvis TA 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Alvis TA 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (200 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TA 21 | B |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2699 mm |
