1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 53 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (236 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1716 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
