1958 Alvis TD vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alvis TD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TD | 528 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
