1996 BMW 540 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 29 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 265 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | BMW | Alvis |
Model | 540 | TF |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |