1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 33 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TB 21 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TB 21 | 560 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
