1953 Alvis TC vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 50 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, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC. 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 2003 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC | 520 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
