1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1972 BMW 3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 3 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |