1967 Alvis TF vs. 1977 BMW 728
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 14 kg more than 1977 BMW 728.
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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 1977 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TF | 728 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
