1953 Alvis TC 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 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, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC 21. 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 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 | 100 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 204 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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |