1959 Alvis TD vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 48 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, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
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 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2007 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 212 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 Weight | 1425 kg | 1335 kg |
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 |