1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 14 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 21 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
