1953 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 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. Both 1953 Alvis TA 21 and 2005 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 132 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TA 21. (200 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 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 330 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 21 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
