1967 Alvis TF vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TF | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
