1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 52 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, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 53 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 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 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 318 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |