1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2006 BMW 118
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 51 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, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 360 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, 1955 Alvis TC 21 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Alvis TC 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alvis TC 21 | 2006 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 118 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 208 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 | 1450 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |