1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TB 21 | E |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 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 | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
