1945 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 63 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1945 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 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 112 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 14 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
