1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 34 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), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TB 21 | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
