1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 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. Both 1954 Alvis TA 21 and 2006 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1954 Alvis TA 21. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 330 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1615 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 |