1954 Alvis TA 21 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 55 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 77 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 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 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 21 | 135 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |