1967 Alvis TF vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 44 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. Both 1967 Alvis TF and 2011 BMW 535 are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1967 Alvis TF has manual transmission. 1967 Alvis TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TF | 535 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |