1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
