1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 61 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 246 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 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TA 14 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| 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 | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
