1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1963 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 12 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS 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 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
