1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 60 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 2011 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 330 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 | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
