1953 Alvis TC vs. 1989 BMW Z1
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 36 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1.
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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1989 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
