1959 Alvis TD vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TD | 328 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
