1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TC 108 G would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TC 108 G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TC 108 G weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 BMW 525.
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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TC 108 G | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 108 G | 525 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
