1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1961 Maserati 3500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Alvis | Maserati |
| Model | TB 21 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
