1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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. Both 1955 Alvis TC 21 and 2000 BMW 330 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 55 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 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 | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 330 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |