1967 Alvis TF vs. 1988 BMW 520
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 21 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, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1988 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TF | 520 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |