1956 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 57 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. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alvis TC 108 G. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alvis TC 108 G | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 108 G | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
