1958 Alvis TD vs. 1980 BMW 725
To start off, 1980 BMW 725 is newer by 22 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, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1980 BMW 725 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 725 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |