1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (525 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TB 21 | CL |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
