1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 55 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Alvis | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TB 21 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
