1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alvis TA 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alvis TA 14 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1948 Alvis TA 14 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TA 14 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
