1958 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 43 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M 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 40 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M 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 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TC 108 G | M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
