1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 60 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Alvis | Volkswagen |
| Model | TB 21 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2537 mm |
