1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1996 BMW 745
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 42 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1954 Alvis TC 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, 1996 BMW 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alvis TC 21. 1996 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alvis TC 21 has manual transmission. 1954 Alvis TC 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alvis TC 21 | 1996 BMW 745 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 745 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |