1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 BMW 550
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 55 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 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 | 2006 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 550 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |