1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 49 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, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 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 146 kg more than 2002 BMW 318.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TA 21 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 318 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |