1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1993 Porsche 928
To start off, 1993 Porsche 928 is newer by 40 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 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 | 1993 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TB 21 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
