1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 49 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1951 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 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 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 21 | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
