1946 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 60 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 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 82 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 14 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
