1966 Alvis TF vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 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 M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 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 M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TF | M6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| 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 | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
