1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TB 21 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
