1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1962 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1962 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1962 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 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 |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 |
