2006 BMW 130 vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 48 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | BMW | Alvis |
| Model | 130 | TD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
