1959 Alvis TD vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 47 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2006 BMW 116 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 116 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |