1955 Alvis TC 21 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alvis TC 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 308 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alvis TC 21. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 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 M5 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 21 | M5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 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 | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |