1958 Alvis TD vs. 1991 BMW 325
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 33 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, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 9 kg more 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1991 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 325 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |