1946 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 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 212 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
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 | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TA 14 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
