1945 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1997 BMW 850
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 52 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1945 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 498 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. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1945 Alvis TA 14 has manual transmission. 1945 Alvis TA 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alvis TA 14 | 1997 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 14 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
