1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alvis | Peugeot |
| Model | TB 21 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
