1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 24 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Alvis | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TB 21 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
