1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 41 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 1951 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TB 21 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Alvis | Donkervoort |
| Model | TB 21 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
