1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1962 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1962 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 11 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 52 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1962 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 Weight | 1448 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |