1946 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1946 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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:
| 1946 Alvis TA 14 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 14 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
