1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 59 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3410 mm |
