1958 Alvis TD vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1971 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TD | 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
