1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 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 248 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TA 21 | 1990 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | M3 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |