1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 68 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 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 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | 328 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
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 | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |