1958 Alvis TD vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 50 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 230 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 2008 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | M3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |