1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 36 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra 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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Alvis | Toyota |
| Model | TB 21 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
