1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 61 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TB 21 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
