1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1985 BMW 324
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC 21 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC 21 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 1953 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 1985 BMW 324 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 324 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |