1967 Alvis TF vs. 2003 BMW 730
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 36 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2003 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TF | 730 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
