1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2001 BMW Compact
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 44 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, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 165 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact 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 | 2001 BMW Compact | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 108 G | Compact |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
