1999 BMW 740 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | BMW | Alvis |
| Model | 740 | TD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
