1946 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 61 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1946 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1946 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 168 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alvis TA 14 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 14 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
