1959 Alvis TD vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 53 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, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD.
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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1959 Alvis TD has manual transmission. 1959 Alvis TD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 520 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |