2007 BMW 335 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 40 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, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | BMW | Alvis |
Model | 335 | TF |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |