1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1976 BMW 630
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 28 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 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 57 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
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 | 1976 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alvis | BMW |
| Model | TB 14 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
