2005 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | BMW | Alvis |
| Model | 330 | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
