1958 BMW 501 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 145 kg more than 1958 BMW 501. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 501 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | BMW | Alvis |
Model | 501 | TF |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |