1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 47 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |