1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. Both 1956 Alvis TC 108 G and 2011 BMW 530 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G.
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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1956 Alvis TC 108 G has manual transmission. 1956 Alvis TC 108 G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 108 G | 530 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2968 mm |