1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 54 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 65 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | M3 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |