1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 1997 BMW M3
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 42 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alvis TC 21 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 21 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
