1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1992 BMW M3
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1992 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TC 108 G | M3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |