1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 55 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, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 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 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1953 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1953 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 320 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |