1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 1502 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |