1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alvis TC 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alvis TC 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Alvis TC 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alvis TC 21.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 1992 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | M3 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |