1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 52 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TA 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alvis TA 21 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 21 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
