1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Alvis TB 21 (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Alvis TB 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 21 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
