1959 Alvis TD vs. 2005 BMW 745
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 BMW 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2005 BMW 745 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 745 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |