1966 Alvis TF vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alvis TF.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TF | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
