1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 48 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX 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 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alvis | Honda |
| Model | TB 21 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
