1948 Alvis TA 14 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 65 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TA 14. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TA 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 308 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Alvis TA 14 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Alvis | BMW |
Model | TA 14 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2094 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2968 mm |