1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 53 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TA 14 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Alvis | Nissan |
| Model | TA 14 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
