1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 57 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 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 73 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1951 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1951 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2008 BMW 130 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 130 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |