1946 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1965 Bristol 408
To start off, 1965 Bristol 408 is newer by 19 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 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1946 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1946 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. 1965 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 1946 Alvis TA 14 has manual transmission. 1946 Alvis TA 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alvis TA 14 | 1965 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Alvis | Bristol |
| Model | TA 14 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
