1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 802 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21. 2011 BMW X5 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. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alvis TA 21 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 21 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
