1945 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1945 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1945 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 545 kg more than 1945 Alvis TA 14. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alvis TA 14 | 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alvis | Aston Martin |
| Model | TA 14 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 85 mm |
| 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 | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
