1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1951 Alvis TA 21
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1993 Alpina B6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1951 Alvis TA 21 | |
Make | Alpina | Alvis |
Model | B6 | TA 21 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |