2009 BMW 550 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1967 Alvis TF. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | BMW | Alvis |
Model | 550 | TF |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |