2012 BMW 750 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 45 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 555 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 750 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | BMW | Alvis |
Model | 750 | TF |
Year Released | 2012 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |