1945 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1945 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1945 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alvis TA 14 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 14 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
