1953 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 59 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. Both 1953 Alvis TC 21 and 2012 BMW 535 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 355 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC 21. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC 21 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 535 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
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 | 100 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |