1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1958 BMW 503
To start off, 1958 BMW 503 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alvis TB 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alvis TB 14 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alvis TB 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alvis TB 14 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 BMW 503.
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 TB 14 | 1958 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 503 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
