1966 Alvis TF vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 47 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TF | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
