2011 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 44 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. Both 2011 BMW 730 and 1967 Alvis TF are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 390 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 730 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | BMW | Alvis |
Model | 730 | TF |
Year Released | 2011 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5072 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |