1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 56 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, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
