1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TB 21 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
