1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 46 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, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TA 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TA 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 21 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
