1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1975 BMW 315
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 21 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 18 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. 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, 1954 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TA 21 | 1975 BMW 315 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 315 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |