1950 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alvis TA 21 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 328 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |