1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 57 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TB 21 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
