2009 BMW 528 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 42 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF.
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, 2009 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 528 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:
2009 BMW 528 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | BMW | Alvis |
Model | 528 | TF |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |