1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1983 BMW 320
To start off, 1983 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1983 BMW 320.
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, 1953 Alvis TA 21 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1983 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 320 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |