1948 Alvis TB 14 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1948 Alvis TB 14. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 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 363 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1948 Alvis TB 14 has manual transmission. 1948 Alvis TB 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alvis TB 14 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alvis | Porsche |
| Model | TB 14 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
