1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 61 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, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 202 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.
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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 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 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 135 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 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 | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |