1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 54 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. Both 1951 Alvis TB 21 and 2005 BMW 530 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (269 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (571 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 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 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
