1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 53 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 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 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 21 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
