1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 55 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 325 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. 2003 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1948 Alvis TA 14 has manual transmission. 1948 Alvis TA 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alvis TA 14 | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alvis | Infiniti |
| Model | TA 14 | M |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
