1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 2002 BMW Z3 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 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 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 21 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
