1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 831 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 14 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
