1959 Alvis TD vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 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, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 BMW 318.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 318 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |