1954 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 54 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, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 35 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 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 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 525 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |