1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1995 BMW M5
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 42 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1953 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 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 | 1995 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | M5 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |