1950 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alvis TB 21 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alvis TB 21 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1950 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alvis TB 21 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
