1959 Alvis TD vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 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. Both 1959 Alvis TD and 2012 BMW 730 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 550 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD. 2012 BMW 730 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 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alvis TD | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TD | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |