1959 Alvis TD vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 70 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | Z4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |