1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1999 BMW Z8
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 48 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 137 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 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 | 1999 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | Z8 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |