1953 Alvis TC vs. 1980 BMW 725
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC.
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 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1980 BMW 725 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC | 725 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
