1951 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 61 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | CC |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1855 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2708 mm |
