1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 52 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, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 110 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 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 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 108 G | 135 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| 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 | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
