1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 58 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TB 21 | B |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
