1953 Alvis TC vs. 2009 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 56 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, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC.
Because 1953 Alvis TC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Alvis TC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 2009 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Alvis | Brilliance |
| Model | TC | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
