1953 Alvis TB 21 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 54 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 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 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alvis | Audi |
| Model | TB 21 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
