2008 Alpina B3 vs. 1955 Alvis TC 21
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1955 Alvis TC 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 1955 Alvis TC 21 | |
Make | Alpina | Alvis |
Model | B3 | TC 21 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |