1958 Alvis TD vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 48 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 2006 BMW 645 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 645 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 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 | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |